More powerboats arrived Friday at Englewood Beach, kicking off the three-day Grand Prix event. There will be no parking at the beach. Organizers have 11 off-site parking areas for the event. Tickets are $20 and children 12 and under are free.

By ELAINE ALLEN-EMRICH

Community News Editor

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With good weather in the forecast, boat racers are anticipating a big weekend of racing and fun at Englewood Beach.

“Excitement for the sport is building,” said Chuck Broaddus of the Broadco Cat 5 Offshore Racing Team, which will compete in Sunday’s Inaugural Charlotte Harbor Super Boat Grand Prix.

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